Events in Boston

PIECES ft. Chow, Rochelle Blue, Swooli, MonaVeli, & DJ Lavagxrl

2026-04-15T17:00:00

Middle East - Zuzu

Music

EveryDejaVu brings PIECES to the intimate Middle East - Zuzu for a high-energy hip-hop night in Boston. Featuring Chow, Rochelle Blue, Swooli, MonaVeli, and DJ Lavagxrl, this show promises magnetic rhymes, tight DJ sets, and a club-ready atmosphere.

WBUR Breakfast Club: Will Ahmed in Conversation with Tiziana Dearing

2026-04-16T03:30:00

WBUR CitySpace

Lecture

Join WBUR at CitySpace in Boston for the Breakfast Club as Will Ahmed, founder and CEO of WHOOP, chats with Tiziana Dearing. This morning conversation covers entrepreneurship, wearable tech, and the founder’s journey in a lively, interview-style session.

Binnie Kirshenbaum in conversation with Jonathan Wilson

2026-04-15T20:00:00

Newtonville Books

Literature

Author Binnie Kirshenbaum sits down with critic Jonathan Wilson for an intimate literary conversation at Newtonville Books, exploring themes, craft, and the world of contemporary fiction. Set in a cozy Newton bookstore, the discussion invites readers to hear about Kirshenbaum's approach to storytelling in depth.

Boston Marathon Expo

2026-04-16T05:00:00

Hynes Convention Center

Conference

Explore the Boston Marathon Expo at the Hynes Convention Center for runners and fans alike. Get bibs, gear, sponsor booths, and the latest in marathon training during the lead-up to race weekend in Boston. A can’t-miss kickoff event with exhibitors, clinics, and pace-setting demos.

Art-Making After Dark

2026-04-15T20:00:00

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Join an evening art-making workshop at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. This hands-on session explores contemporary themes and techniques in a creative, after-hours setting, guided by practicing artists in ICA's gallery spaces.

War, Law, and What Comes Next: The Iran Reckoning

2026-04-16T13:00:00

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

Lecture

Ken Roth, former director of Human Rights Watch, discusses the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, accountability for human rights violations, and the implications for international order in a public lecture at Harvard Kennedy School.

Friday Philosophy Colloquium: Nancy Fraser (Rescheduled)

2026-04-16T12:00:00

Boston University

Lecture

Friday Philosophy Colloquium at Boston University features philosopher Nancy Fraser in a formal lecture exploring contemporary political philosophy and feminist theory. An engaging campus talk with rigorous argument and scholarly insight.

Rhiannon Giddens

2026-04-16T15:30:00

Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens

Music

Experience an intimate evening with Rhiannon Giddens performing country-tinged folk at Boston's historic Orpheum Theatre, presented by Citizens. Expect soulful storytelling, powerful vocals, and rich acoustic textures inside the classic venue.

Arts Bites: Bill Rauch, Theater Innovator

2026-04-16T08:00:00

Office for the Arts

Theater

Join Harvard's Office for the Arts for an ArtsBites lunch with Bill Rauch, 1984 Harvard Arts Medalist and former artistic director of the American Repertory Theater. Discover Rauch's theater innovations and his current role at PAC NYC, as he reflects on shaping campus and professional stages.

Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar: Atif Mian, Princeton University

2026-04-16T11:30:00

Maloney Hall, 313

Lecture

An in-depth seminar on how interest rates affect consumption, examining household debt and the role of asset prices. Presented by Atif Mian of Princeton as part of the Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar in Maloney Hall, Boston. A rigorous, data-driven look at macro-financial linkages.

High School Open Rehearsal: Ravel & Rachmaninoff

2026-04-16T06:30:00

Symphony Hall

Music

Take a behind-the-scenes tour at Boston's Symphony Hall as high school musicians join the Boston Symphony Orchestra for an open rehearsal featuring Ravel's Mother Goose Suite and Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances. This educational session reveals how conductors shape phrasing and tone in live rehearsal. A must-see for students and classical fans.

Tracy K. Smith reads Fear Less

2026-04-16T14:00:00

Cambridge Public Library

Literature

Poet Tracy K. Smith presents a reading and discussion of Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times at Cambridge Public Library. The event offers insight into current anxieties through Smith’s verse and thoughtful commentary, in an intimate library setting.

The Future is Green: Building Climate Solutions That Scale

2026-04-16T08:30:00

Boston University

Lecture

Boston University hosts a public lecture on scalable climate solutions. The talk explores how science, technology, and policy can accelerate decarbonization at scale, with researchers outlining practical pathways for universities, businesses, and communities.

Lena Dunham

2026-04-16T15:30:00

The Wilbur Theatre

Lecture

Lena Dunham takes the stage at The Wilbur in Boston for an intimate in-conversation event about Famesick, hosted by Emily Sundberg. Expect witty anecdotes, behind-the-scenes insights, and a lively Q&A in a historic theater.

August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean

2026-04-16T15:30:00

Hibernian Hall

Theater

Actors' Shakespeare Project presents August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean at Hibernian Hall in Boston. This powerful drama, set against a backdrop of memory, community, and spiritual questions, examines legacy and resilience through a vivid ensemble, delivering Wilson’s signature lyricism on stage.

GMGI 2026 Education & Workforce Development Conference

2026-04-16T05:00:00

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

Conference

GMGI 2026 Education & Workforce Development Conference gathers STEM educators, industry leaders, and policymakers to expand access to biotech careers. Hosted by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, the conference highlights partnerships, workforce programs, and strategies to grow the regional talent pipeline.

BU Wheelock Reads 2026

2026-04-16T14:00:00

1 Silber Way, HAR 105

Literature

BU Wheelock Reads 2026 features acclaimed author-illustrators Grace Lin and Raúl the Third for an evening of discussion on children's and middle-grade literature. Learn how their backgrounds and processes shape picture books, with insights for educators, students, and aspiring artists.

Neurodivergent Therapy for ADHD & Autism

2026-04-16T05:00:00

Boston College

Workshop

A focused professional workshop at Boston College with Scott Thomson, LICSW, examining neurodivergence and how to tailor therapy for ADHD and autism. Attendees will explore how neurodiversity presents across life domains, terminology, and practical strategies to adapt traditional therapy models.

Lil Mosey

2026-04-16T17:00:00

Big Night Live

Music

Hip-hop star Lil Mosey headlines Big Night Live in Boston, delivering high-energy hits from his catalog. Expect a high-energy night of melodic rap, neon-lit venue vibes, and crowd sing-alongs in a popular downtown club setting.

Investigating Fraud in Alzheimer's Research — Talk with Charles Piller

2026-04-16T12:30:00

Building E38 (MIT Welcome Center)

Lecture

Charles Piller discusses his book Doctored, tracing how unscrupulous researchers, government enablers, and Pharma executives impacted Alzheimer's research. The MIT Welcome Center talk invites reflection on science integrity, followed by a discussion and reception.

Archives and Accountability: Revisiting Justice in the Rosenberg Case

2026-04-16T08:30:00

Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground, FLR 209

Conference

An academic symposium at BU's Howard Thurman Center exploring the Rosenberg case through archival materials, featuring a documentary screening Heir to an Execution, a talk-back with filmmaker Ivy Meeropol and the Rosenberg family, a moderated panel, and an accompanying exhibition.

What I Hear: Andrew Norman

2026-04-16T13:30:00

New England Conservatory, Brown Hall

Music

Experience contemporary classical music by Andrew Norman in Brown Hall at the New England Conservatory. This Boston concert pairs Norman's inventive textures with NEC's intimate performance space for an articulate evening of modern orchestral writing. A refined choice for classical music lovers.

Conversations on Global Practice: Advancing Adolescent Mental Health in Low-Resource Settings…

2026-04-16T08:30:00

Stokes Hall, N203

Conference

Join the final Conversations on Global Practice as experts discuss advancing adolescent mental health in low-resource settings through integrated social and psychological programs. Featuring William Byansi, this Boston College talk in Stokes Hall invites students, faculty, alumni, and partners to dialogue across research and practice.

IMMUNOLOGY2026 Conference

2026-04-16T05:00:00

Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC)

Conference

IMMUNOLOGY2026 Conference by the American Association of Immunologists gathers researchers, clinicians, and students for plenary talks, poster sessions, and the latest findings in immunology. Held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, the event kicks off April 16, 2026 with a full day of sessions and networking.

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